Introductions V

[ScrappyGhost]

I'm thirty-one years old, from New Orleans. I served nine years in the Marine Corps Reserve as an Airframe Mechanic. I recently re-enlisted in the Mississippi Guard in hopes of going to SFAS. -Jeremy

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Originally Posted by Team Sergeant

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Originally Posted by Team Sergeant

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Started my career in 1974 in Signal Corps at Fort Carson. Went to NCOES with some SF who taught me quitting is not an option. Still carry my coin, 37 years later. Went on to become a Doctor in support positions. Retired in 2007 with 21+ years. Just want to keep connected. I freely admit to not being SF. But my best friends were and they tell me a doc is always welcome. And they taught me how to inject tincture of benzoin into a blister.... my own! God Bless them.

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[Don Riggs]

Born, Stuttgart Germany - Army brat
Learned the important stuff from Heinlein
I develop Warfighter systems and battlefield mobility systems, and I'm here to learn and ask questions; I can't give a safety and lethality edge to our Warfighters unless I run my concepts by Warfighters to help me "slap the stupid" out of the ideas BEFORE the "lets make a profit on this" folks get involved.

So I may say dumb things and ask stupid questions, but its for a good purpose.

A couple of favorite quotes:

Failure to diligently practice war results in ample opportunity to practice surrender. Unless surrender sounds interesting, budget the Warfighters first.

All of us lead some, and follow others. Always strive to lead to the utmost in your competence...
"Soldiers will follow a good leader anywhere and under any conditions of battle. Be that leader." MG H.R. McMaster

[Keating]

Long-time lurker. My old intro is gone; so I need to move back into compliance.

I'm 26, coming to the end of six years in the Coast Guard. I'm out in two months; and had planned on pursuing an 18x enlistment option. Unfortunately for me, the Army closed 18x to prior service a few months back.

Suck it up and drive on though, right? I've just begun researching the NGSF option now. I live in DC, so I'm especially interested in B Co./2nd Bn/20th SFG, but I am willing to travel much further if necessary.

Thank you to all the QP's who put up with all of us wannabe's (and a whole lot more) in service to our great nation.

Semper Paratus,

Keating

[SFChemo]

Stopping in to say hello and to keep in touch with everyone. Spent 5 years in 11th SFG (A) as a Polish and Russian bubba and did some course development for the move from DLI to Bragg. Commissioned a CHEMO and was immediately welcomed back in to 10th SFG (A). Upon retirement I went to work with the "4th BN" 10TH SFG (A) at USNORTHCOM. After years of dealing with that one infamous "bad landing" and several surgeries later...I now find myself an incomplete T5 paraplegic but refuse to let it slow me down! So, just on here to keep up with old and new friends in the community!

[Slingstone]

I joined in 2010, but I guess I never made an introduction post.

I am currently a 12B in the Cav. I'll spend most of my time lurking and learning.

[Team Sergeant]

Welcome aboard Gents!

[jwalker]

Old Intro deleted. 28 years old VAANG Infantry Medic. Civ contractor case management (paper pushing) nothing interesting, Civ EMT-I. Have Been thinking very seriously as well as preparing very seriously for a transition into SF. This Website has been an invaluable source of information. Thanks

[The reason we don't allow children]

Good day to all,
I am 16 years old and aspire to be a quiet professional. Ever since I heard the song by Ssg. Barry Sadler when I was 8 I was set that this is what I have wanted to do. I wanted to help people in need, Give freedom and hope to the oppressed all the while taking out those who wish to do harm to the weak. My dad was embedded with 5th group in Afghanistan and helped train Afghanistan swat teams. He was working for Dyncorp [PMC] and I couldn't have been prouder. My dad and mom have supported me to pursue a career in the military and remind me every day that It's all one big mental game. My dad has had me competing in Judo, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Wrestling [Greco] and Kickboxing matches ever since I was little and I love every minute of it. I am a Junior in AJROTC and soon to be acting battalion commander of 165 cadets. I plan on going to NC state Army ROTC and get nervous but excited as every day passes. I have to be honest with myself though. There are times where I just want to be lazy and I am but I am working hard to prepare myself and I am glad I found this website. This website even though it was intended for the honorable who have already earned their right to wear the beret I am grateful and gracious to allow myself to pick and read the experiences of others. I cannot tell you how many hours I have spent on this website alone and every day learn something new. My absolute favorite area on this website though is the Hall of shame. Only because of how horribly assembled the uniforms look and the lack of effort from a 350+ "Special" forces commander in ACU's fooled no one. Thank you for allowing me to be on this forum and gain knowledge in my pursuit to make a difference in a less fortunate persons life.

[lafeye]

Hello,

I have read for a while now and have enjoyed the many insights. I live with my family in Kansas City area.

Lafeye

[mikiekimi]

Retired USAF/E-8, spent last six years as a 1Sgt with various units stateside and overseas.

Live in Nebraska and am working in IT...enjoying a stress-free retirement from the AF.

Love reading about military history and biographies. Was never in with a Special Tactics squadron but would have loved the chance to serve as their shirt. Knew some guys who did and they absolutely loved it.

Been lurking on the board since '09 and couldn't remember if I'd intro'd myself or not. Figure I'd do it in case I had something to add.

[Trojan CDR]

Hello,
I am a recent addition to the Regiment. Completed the SFQC last year, and since i have arrived at my unit, I feel the the learning and training has just begun. I have been browsing and researching the forums here for years and have found the information invaluable as I prepared for SFAS and the SFQC.

Thanks to all of the members for all of the help along the way. I'm looking forward to making a contribution and answering any questions as appropriate.

TC

[TrumpeterOnFire]

Hello,

First off I'd like to thank all the QP's that gather here for giving everyone a valuable resource and insight into your lives. Thanks as well for your service.

On to the introduction: First things first, I'm currently a student, born and raised in the Desert Southwest(part of Military Free Fall school is close to my hometown) on a farm. I've got a few years of college under my belt, and I'm majoring in Engineering(Mechanical to be more precise). I'm an Eagle Scout and I still work with my old troop as an Assistant Scoutmaster. I guess I fall under the category of "seriously considering" joining the Army and working my way into trying out for the Special Forces, be it an 18X contract or putting in the time in Rangers/Airborne/Infantry. Even getting a shot to do what you guys do would be an honor, but working towards getting that shot would be a motivating force.

The first time I learned to a decent extent what the Army Special Forces did, and who they were is when my big sister gave me Shadow Warriors by Tom Clancy around my 10th birthday. I was instantly intrigued. It amazed me what an ODA could accomplish with what little resources they could beg, borrow, steal, improvise, or what have you. The sheer scope of their responsibilities and how they went about fulfilling their mission, the level of independence they had and the maturity of their ranks was outstanding. Over time I've done a lot more reading about what you guys do and have done, especially within the conflicts since 9-11, and it continues to amaze me.

Thanks again for your service and for providing so much information here for all of us to glean from. Greatly appreciated.

-TrumpeterOnFire